Optimised Supply Chain

With over 900 stores throughout the UK, it is important to have an optimised supply chain that allows us to operate as efficiently as possible.

We’re looking for solutions that can help Iceland to improve the ordering and logistics process, with a particular focus on short-life products and product promotions.

How can we optimise our network of over 700 vans, allocating them geographically rather than by store?

Are there systems that can help with dynamic routing and the allocation of delivery slots in ways that will allow us to be more efficient and, in turn, provide a higher standard of service to our customers?

We want to hear from startups who can help optimise Iceland’s supply chain.

Ewan McMahon

Operational Director, UK and International

Ewan McMahon (46) has a long and varied career within the Retail sector, he has a wealth of knowledge and experience due to the various positions he has held within the UK and Internationally.

Ewan spent 24 years with Tesco and during his tenure he progressed throughout the organisation. He began his career as a Store colleague and progressed to the role of Store Manager, a position he held for 6 years. In 2004 Ewan moved to Japan as the Operations Manager, Tesco Japan. After 2 years living in Japan, Ewan moved back to the UK to undertake the role of Stores Director and then Operations Director for Tesco Extra Format UK. Ewan then travelled to Turkey in 2011 as the Chief Operating Officer for Tesco Kipa where he led over 200 Stores together with Distribution Centres, Central Product Supply, Operations Support Office, Grocery Online Shopping & Human Resources.

In 2016, Ewan joined Iceland as the International Director taking responsibility for wholly owned Stores, Franchise Stores and Wholesale Operations covering over 40 countries. Ewan became the Operational Director UK & International in 2017. Within this role Ewan oversees the running of over 900 Stores 23,000 Store colleagues, Group Supply Chain, Delivered Sales and Group HR.

Ewan lives in Widnes with his wife and children, he is an avid Everton fan and a keen tennis player.